Evaluation: Multi-Sport Organizations
Evaluation is central to Multi-Sport Organizations maintaining the viaSport Accredited Designation standards. Periodic assessment is used to monitor the organization’s ability to uphold the Program standards, as well as identify trends and opportunities to strenghten the overall health of amateur sport in the province.
Evaluation Process
It is the responsibility of the board of each organization to ensure policies and strategies are in place that adhere to the Designation Program standards for Accredited sports, which are measured in the Evaluation. Each question must be answered by the organization using the rating system outlined below and supported with documentation.
1 = Work is not formalized (not occurring).
2 = Minimum standards in place.
3 = A strong foundation is in place.
4 = Best practices are in place.
Once the answers are assessed by viaSport, each organization receives a final report and score card outlining strengths and areas for development, a confirmation of minimum standards (if met), and a process for appeal.
The first Evaluation for Multi-Sport Organizations was conducted in 2023 and included 11 organizations. An Evalutaion report is unavailable due to lack of comparative data.
Evaluation Model
The model outlines the development priorities for Multi-Sport Organizations. Questions that are asked in the
Evaluation come from the following foundational categories:
Governance and Policy
- Board of Directors
- defined roles and responsibilities
- strategies for recruitment and orientation
- Strategic planning
- Governance practices
- Policy development and adoption
- Risk Management practices
Finance and Revenue Generation
- Financial accountability practices
- Fundraising and revenue generation strategies
Sport Sector Priorities
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies and practices
- Safety policies and practices
- Volunteer recruitment and retention
